Implementation of Geneva Conventions Act, 2012
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Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, 1993 (Act No. 130 of 1993)Circular InstructionsCircular Instruction No. 187 - Compensation for Work-related Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders2. Diagnosis |
The diagnosis of Work-related Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders relies on:
| • | A medical practitioner’s diagnosis of Work-related Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders |
| • | Workplace exposure to agent(s) reported to give rise to Work-related Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders. |
| • | A chronological relationship between the Work-related Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders and the work environment |
| • | Evidence of sensitization to a known workplace allergen where applicable. |
The Medical Officers in the office of the Compensation Commissioner will determine whether the diagnosis of Work-related Upper Respiratory Tract Disorders was made according to acceptable medical standards.
